spark plug

• Eine Vorrichtung in einem Verbrennungsmotor, die das Kraftstoff-Luft-Gemisch mit einem elektrischen Funken entzündet. Im übertragenen Sinn bezeichnet es auch eine Person, die eine Gruppe antreibt, begeistert oder mit Energie versorgt.

A device in an internal combustion engine that ignites the fuel-air mixture by producing an electric spark. Informally, it can also refer to a person who energizes or motivates a group.

1. Engine componentB2formal

   A device in an internal combustion engine that ignites the fuel-air mixture by producing an electric spark.

   Motorkomponente

   • The mechanic replaced the old spark plugs to improve engine performance.
   • A faulty spark plug can cause the engine to misfire.
   • You should check the spark plugs regularly for wear and tear.

2. Energetic personC1informalamerican

   A person who is lively, energetic, and motivates others in a group or organization.

   Energiegeladene Person

   • She is the spark plug of our sales team, always inspiring everyone.
   • He was the spark plug that got the project off the ground.
   • The new manager is a real spark plug for the department.